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UAE to Oman for Eid Al Adha: Flights, Bus & Drive
UAE residents looking for a quick Eid Al Adha getaway will find Oman right next door — a short hop to peaceful beaches, dramatic mountains, and rich history. Here are all the ways to travel from the UAE to Oman, with prices and schedules for flights, buses, and the scenic road
3 Jun 2025
Oman Flash Flood Warning: Heavy Rain Alert Aug 19–21
A low-pressure system is set to batter Oman from August 19 to 21, 2024, bringing heavy rain and a serious flash flood risk to South Al Sharqiyah, Al Wusta, Dhofar, Muscat, and the Al Hajar Mountains.
19 Aug 2024
Oman's First Personal Income Tax in GCC Approved
Oman is on track to become the first Gulf Cooperation Council country to introduce a personal income tax, with rates between 5% and 9% for high-earning citizens and expatriates. The draft law passed Oman's State Parliament in July 2024 and awaits final State Council endorsement.
27 Jul 2024
Oman Attends 26th GCC Legislation Meeting in Riyadh
Oman sent a delegation led by Dr Yahya Nasser Al Khusaibi to the 26th GCC Permanent Legislation Committee meeting at the GCC General Secretariat in Riyadh, where member states discussed unified legislation and a new 2026–2028 committee work strategy.
13 Jul 2024
Sultan Haitham Congratulates UK's New PM Keir Starmer
Sultan Haitham bin Tarik congratulated Keir Starmer via a formal cable after the Labour leader secured a decisive win in the UK's 2024 general election and was appointed Britain's new Prime Minister.
6 Jul 2024
Donald Trump Jr Reviews Emirates First Class
Donald Trump Jr flew Emirates First Class on a whirlwind one-day business trip to Dubai and Oman, logging 30 hours in the air. He praised the private enclosed cabin, fully flat bed with mattress, generous legroom, and gourmet food — calling it the best way to handle a long-haul
30 Jun 2024
Oman Partially Lifts Visa Ban on Bangladesh Nationals
Oman has announced a partial lift of its visa ban on Bangladeshi nationals, in place since October 2023. Exempt categories include professionals, family visa applicants, and Bangladeshis residing in GCC countries. The work visa ban remains.
20 Jun 2024
Oman Wins Three WHO Health Awards at World Assembly
The Sultanate of Oman won three WHO health awards at the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva — becoming the first Eastern Mediterranean country to win three awards simultaneously. The honours recognised three Omani health professionals for research and services spanning
1 Jun 2024